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HomeWater CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 4Art. 1§ 6076 Dam And Reservoir Oversight

§ 6076 Dam And Reservoir Oversight

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§ 6076 Dam And Reservoir Oversight

Key Takeaways

  • •The state government is in charge of all dams and reservoirs.
  • •If there's a problem with a dam or reservoir, the state handles it.
  • •No one else can make big decisions about dams or reservoirs without the state's okay.

Example

A dam near a town starts leaking.

The state government is responsible for fixing the dam and making sure it's safe. They decide what to do, not the town or the people who own the land.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 6076 Dam And Reservoir Oversight

All dams and reservoirs in the state are under the jurisdiction of the department. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1225.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

damsreservoirsjurisdictiondepartment

Related Statutes

  • § 6075 Dam Safety Oversight
  • § 6100 Dam Safety Oversight
  • § 6079 Federal Cooperation Authority
  • § 6081 Dam Safety Risk Assessment
  • § 6120 Dam Safety Investigations

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 6076.
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